LAD - NYSE
Lithia Motors, Inc.
$290.67
-0.95%Lithia Motors, Inc. operates as an automotive retailer in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Domestic, Import, and Luxury. It offers new and used vehicles; vehicle financing services; warranties, insurance contracts, and vehicle and theft protection services; and automotive repair and maintenance services, as well as sells vehicle body and parts under the Driveway and GreenCars brand names. As of February 18, 2022, the company operated through 278 stores. It also offers its products online through 300 websites. Lithia Motors, Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Medford, Oregon.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotSEC Filings
LAD - Filing history and reports
| Filing Type | Filing Date | Period Ending | Fiscal Year | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | May 01, 2026 | April 30, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2026 Q1 Q1 | April 29, 2026 | March 31, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | April 29, 2026 | April 29, 2026 | 2026 | |
DEF 14A DEF 14A 2025 N/A | March 11, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | March 04, 2026 | February 27, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-K 10-K 2025 FY FY | February 25, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | 2025 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | February 20, 2026 | February 19, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | February 13, 2026 | February 13, 2026 | 2026 | |
8-K 8-K 2026 N/A | February 11, 2026 | February 11, 2026 | 2026 | |
10-Q 10-Q 2025 Q3 Q3 | October 24, 2025 | September 30, 2025 | 2025 |
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Annual Report
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Quarterly Report
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Current Report
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Registration Statement
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